Born on Christmas Day, young Carol Bird has always been a source of light and laughter for her family. Afflicted by an ailment that doctors cannot cure, Carol's loving spirit remains unbroken. This story centers around her eleventh Christmas, as she reaches beyond her illness to bring comfort and delight to a family of nine children facing poverty.The Birds' Christmas Carol is a timeless tale of a young girl whose kindness and generosity shine brightly throughout the year, capturing the true essence of Christmas.Profusely illustrated by Jessie Gillespie in 1941. In this color edition, 17 pages are in full color along with 56 black and white drawings.